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Monday, September 9, 2019

A premium crochet pattern

There is a brand new pattern in the shop. The Ansley Hat is is a crochet version of the knit Wellsley Hat.That hat pattern has become my most popular knitting pattern on the blog. I really hope you will love the crochet version just as much.

This pattern has been tech edited and tested. I have to say that my testers were amazing this time around. Every one of them finished the hat and gave great suggestions. They all really enjoyed making the pattern and most of them made more than one.

For the Model I used Red Heart Chic Sheep. I can't tell you how excited I am that Red Heart has come out with a 100% merino wool option. A few of the testers used Lion brand Vanna's Choice yarn, and those came out great too. Any size 4 yarn that has a gauge between 14 and 16 stitches per 4 inches/ 10 cm would be a great option for this hat.

Fpdc2tog: yo, insert hook around the first post of the stitches indicated, yo, and pull the hook back around, (3 loops on the hook), yo, and pull through 2 loops on the hook, (2 loops on the hook), insert hook around the second post of the stitches indicated, yo, and pull the hook back around, (4 loops on the hook), yo and pull through 2 loops on the hook, yo and pull through the last 3 loops on the hook.

Copyright: Julia Schwartz.

Do not reproduce, copy, distribute, or sell this pattern without permission of the designer. This pattern must not be translated, reproduced, or circulated in another language without prior consent. If you have questions about this pattern please contact Julia.diligence@gmail.com.

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This Pattern is for sale in my ravelry shop. This is an ads free printer friendly pattern that has been tech edited and tested. It's a great price of $3.00 (USD) for the quality you will get. Ravelry Shop

Even if you are not ready to buy today. I would love it if you gave this pattern some love on Ravelry!

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Monday, August 19, 2019

A Free Knitting Pattern

I love refreshing patterns, making them into something new with a fresh purpose. Some of you might recognize parts of this pattern from my Wellsley Cowl.I changed a few stitches, added a lace border and used cotton yarn. In the end I have a really great table runner. Some times we don't need a new thing, we just need a new perspective. I love how this pattern turned out. It also helps that I love the color yellow. I think this would also look really great in a neutral color or going bold with red.

If you are looking for a crochet table runner this one herehas a very similar look to this one.

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Right Twist (RT): Knit 2 together keeping both stitches on the left needle, knit into the first stitch, then pull both stitches onto the right needle, stitch complete.

Left Twist (LT): Knit through the back loop of the 2nd st, keep the stitch on the left needle, knit in the first stitch, then pull both stitches onto the right needle, stitch complete.

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Monday, August 5, 2019

A free Crochet Pattern

It's still pretty hot where I live so I have been using my cotton yarn a lot. I love working with cotton when it is hot. How about you? I have some table decor patterns to share with you. This one and a knit version will be coming soon. I have a really large table. We bought it when we moved through the Home Depot website. They had free shipping so we knew the table would be waiting for us at our new house. We did not realize just how large it was. Just the table top without the legs was 250 lbs! Don't get me wrong once we got it up the stairs we have loved it. With it being so large the tablecloths that I had already didn't fit, so I have been making table scarves and mats to use instead. I wanted something that had texture and lace combined and I'm really pleased. I hope you enjoy the pattern too.

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Julia Schwartz. Do not reproduce, copy, distribute, or sell this pattern without permission of the designer. This pattern must not be translated, reproduced, or circulated in another language without prior consent. If you have questions about this pattern please contact Julia.diligence@gmail.com.

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Row 3: Ch 1, turn, hdc in the next 4 sts, fpdc around the 7th stitch of row 2, sk 1 st, hdc in the next st, fpdc around the 5th stitch of row 2 (crossing over the last fpdc), sk 1 st, hdc in the next 4 sts, fpdc around the 14th stitch of row 2, sk 1 st, hdc in the next st, fpdc around the 12th stitch of row 2 (crossing over the last fpdc), sk 1 st, hdc in the next 4 sts, fpdc around the 21st stitch of row 2, sk 1 st, hdc in the next st, fpdc around the 16th stitch of row 2 (crossing over the last fpdc), sk 1 st, hdc in the last 4 sts. (19 hdc, 6 fpdc)

Row 4: Ch 1, turn, hdc in each stitch. (25 hdc)

Row 5: Ch 1, turn, hdc in the next 3 sts, {fpdc around fpdc of previous row, sk 1 st, hdc in the next 3 sts, fpdc around the fpdc of previous row, sk 1 st, hdc in the next 2 sts} repeat {to} 2 xs, hdc in the last st. (19 hdc, 6 fpdc)

Row 11: Ch 1, turn, hdc in the next 3 sts, {fpdc around fpdc of previous row, sk 1 st, hdc in the next 3 sts, fpdc around the fpdc of previous row, sk 1 st, hdc in the next 2 sts} repeat {to} 2 xs, hdc in the last st. (19 hdc, 6 fpdc)

Repeat rows 5 through 16 4 xs or until you have reached your desired length.

Finnish off.

Edging:

Round 1: Starting at any corner with right side facing up, ch 6 (1st ch 3 counts as 1st dc), 2 dc in starting st, sk 2 sts, {(dc, ch 3, dc) in next st, continue making (dc, ch 3, dc) evenly spaced across the side (model shown has 24 “v” stitches along the long side, and 6 on the short sides), ( 2 dc, ch 3, 2dc) in the corner space} repeat {to} 2xs, for the last side (dc, ch 3, dc) evenly spaced to the corner, dc in the corner, sl st into the starting dc.

About Me

I love to create! Most of the time that means crocheting, but l also knit and embroider, really anything that makes me think and use my hands I love to do. I started designing my own crochet patterns in 2009 but I did not start writing them down till about 2011. I had no idea that people would find my ideas interesting. I've recently started adding knitting patterns and embroidery tutorials to the blog also.
My Family and I live just south of Kansas City. My husband is a preacher at a local church. We have two Daughters that I often refer to as The Puzzle Queen and Sweet Pea.
I'm excited to share with you what I am working on and my thoughts on crafting.